The Miya family was founded by Miya, originally a follower of Otomo. Miya was entrusted with spreading the news of the victory at the end of the War Against Fu Leng by Hantei as the Emperor lay dying. In return for his service in this matter, Miya was given his own family among the followers of Hantei Genji at the coronation of the Shining Prince. The Miya were now the Emperors' Heralds, carrying edicts to his people.